Woody Herman And The Las Vegas Herd – Jackpot!
Woody Herman And The Las Vegas Herd – Jackpot!
Woody Herman And The Las Vegas Herd – Jackpot!
Released in 1956 on Capitol Records, Jackpot! finds bandleader Woody Herman fronting a stripped-down, hard-swinging octet dubbed the Las Vegas Herd. Recorded on 1st December 1955, the session captures a tighter, more intimate side of Herman's big band sound, built around a stellar lineup of West Coast jazz talent.
Joined by tenor saxophonist Richie Kamuca, bass trumpeter Cy Touff, and drummer Chuck Flores, Herman leads the group through a set of swinging standards and original compositions with real punch and drive. Highlights include the driving opener 920 Special, a spirited run through Count Basie's Jumpin' At The Woodside, and the relaxed groove of Bags' Other Groove, showcasing the octet's tight interplay and small-group chemistry.
A fine example of mid-50s West Coast jazz from one of the genre's most enduring bandleaders, Jackpot! is essential listening for collectors of swing-era jazz, small combo recordings, and the golden age of Capitol Records.
Tracklist
Side A
- 920 Special – 6:14
- Bags' Other Groove – 3:35
- Broadway – 2:40
- Jumpin' At The Woodside – 5:02
Side B
- The Boot – 5:27
- Wailing Wall – 4:07
- Base Face – 2:39
- Junior – 3:36
Record Details
| Label | Capitol Records |
| Catalogue Number | T 748 |
| Year of Release | 1956 |
| Country of Pressing | UK |
| Speed | 33 RPM |
| Decade | 1950's |
| Media Condition | VG+ |
| Sleeve Condition | VG+ |
| Format Notes | Vinyl LP, Mono, Reissue |
Details
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